Biscuit Collection

Tea and biscuits

Carr and Co biscuits

Huntley and Palmers biscuits
Huntley & Palmers biscuits, 1908 Date: 1908

Huntley and Palmers Cocktail biscuit tin lid
Biscuit tin lid for Huntley and Palmers cocktail assorted biscuits. Just the thing to have with some...cocktails. Date: c.1935

The Huntley and Palmers Works at Reading
The Huntley and Palmers Biscuit Factory at Reading, Berkshire

Biscotti di Prato (biscuits of Prato) (cantuccini), traditional almond biscuits, Prato, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

MUCHA: BISCUIT AD, c1895. Flirt : French lithograph advertisement, c1895, by Alphonse Mucha for Biscuits Lefevre-Utile
MUCHA: BISCUIT AD, c1895. " Flirt" : French lithograph advertisement, c1895, by Alphonse Mucha for Biscuits Lefevre-Utile

Jack and Jill Biscuits vintage advertising poster

Dog - Greyhound with biscuit balanced on his nose
JD-18553 Dog - Greyhound with biscuit balanced on his nose John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cutout advertisement, Crawfords Pufflets - boy and girl with umbrella and biscuit boxes. early 20th century

Advert for Huntley and Palmers biscuits
Advertisement illustrated by Pauline Baynes for Huntley and Palmers biscuits. Parade of servants holding a tin of Huntley and Palmers biscuits, loading up the sleigh for Father Christmas. Date: 1952

AD: RAT POISON, 1922. American advertisement for the Rat Biscuit Company, 1922

Maamaoul (Ma amoul) biscuits, Easter biscuits, Lebanon, Middle East

Arabic Countries, food, arabic biscuits, traditional

Huntley and Palmers advert
Huntley & Palmers biscuits advert with a boy sitting on a cannon in a sailor uniform, 1901 Date: 1901

Baked gingerbread, thermogram
Baked gingerbread. Thermogram of gingerbread men cooling on a rack after being baked. The colours show variations in temperature

Moroccan biscuits and mint tea, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Biscuit Tins
A selection of Christmas biscuit tins from Huntley and Palmers for the festive season of 1899

Dog - Border collie with large biscuit on his nose
JD-18555 Dog - Border collie with large biscuit on his nose John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Stationery, Spratts Patent Animal Biscuits, London
Stationery, Spratts Patent Animal Biscuits, with an engraving of the factory in Henry Street, Tooley Street, London. 1879

Advert, Gray, Dunn & Co, Biscuit Manufacturers, Glasgow, Scotland. 1905

Caricature of Arthur Cecil, English actor and playwright
Caricature of Arthur Cecil (1843-1896), English actor, comedian, playwright and theatre manager. Seen here as Colley Cibber in a production of Masks and Faces

Elgin Avenue, West London, looking towards Edgware Road. Date: circa 1910

Still Life with a Drinking Chocolate Set, 1770 (oil on canvas)
XIR188862 Still Life with a Drinking Chocolate Set, 1770 (oil on canvas) by Melendez, Luis Egidio (1716-80); 48x36 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Nature Morte)

Advertisement for Huntley and Palmers Ginger Nuts, 1935 (colour litho)
KW258423 Advertisement for Huntley and Palmers Ginger Nuts, 1935 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: featuring John Ginger)

Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) adult, with Sociable Weaver (Philetairus socius) flock, feeding on biscuit from tourist, Etosha N.P. Namibia

Cup of tea served with biscuits. Tea is an infusion of the leaves of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis). It contains the stimulant caffeine, and is often served with milk

Huntley Himalayas 1890
Ascending the Himalayas on a Huntley & Palmers biscuit card

Mcvitie & Price 1934
McVitie & Prices digestive: the premier biscuit of Britain

Ship's biscuit, 1784 (wheat)
7340661 Ship's biscuit, 1784 (wheat) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 1x9.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator)

Engraving depicting biscuits being put into the oven at the Peek Frean & Co
5309269 Engraving depicting biscuits being put into the oven at the Peek Frean & Co; (add.info.: Engraving depicting biscuits being put into the oven at the Peek Frean & Co.'s biscuit factory)

Merchant de plaisir - Biscuit or cookie seller, Paris, early 19th century, in white bodice and bonnet
FLO4658449 Merchant de plaisir - Biscuit or cookie seller, Paris, early 19th century, in white bodice and bonnet, over blue petticoat

Soldier's round Hardtack or Sea biscuit
3029060 Soldier's round Hardtack or Sea biscuit; Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldier's round Hardtack or Sea biscuit from Fort McHenry in Baltimore Harbor, 1862.); © Don Troiani

vignette for Petit Beurre LU biscuit with the portrait of Jules Massenet, c.1900 (lithograph)
1950910 vignette for Petit Beurre LU biscuit with the portrait of Jules Massenet, c.1900 (lithograph); Photo © CCI.

Foto S.S. Java Arrow, Dry Dock, New York 1929
953836 Foto S.S. Java Arrow, Dry Dock, New York 1929 by Unknown photographer, (19th-20th century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Advert for French Biscuits from Biscuit Lefevre-Utile of Nantes. Depicts regions of the world where the biscuits are
5616774 Advert for French Biscuits from Biscuit Lefevre-Utile of Nantes. Depicts regions of the world where the biscuits are sold.; (add.info.: 02/02/1885); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Biscuits in the middle age, c.1910 (print)
7293340 Biscuits in the middle age, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. The echaudes, biscuits in France in the Middle Age)

German advertisement for biscuits " Krietsch's Biscuits"" Engraving of the 19th century
IMB4826336 German advertisement for biscuits " Krietsch's Biscuits"" Engraving of the 19th century; (add.info)

Engraving depicting dough mixing tubs of the Peek Frean & Co
5309268 Engraving depicting dough mixing tubs of the Peek Frean & Co; (add.info.: Engraving depicting dough mixing tubs of the Peek Frean & Co.'s biscuit factory)

French advertisement for Lefevre Utile (LU) biscuits, portrait of Jean Richepin c. 1900 (lithograph)
1731558 French advertisement for Lefevre Utile (LU) biscuits, portrait of Jean Richepin c. 1900 (lithograph).

Still Life with Bottles, Wine, and Cheese 1857 (Oil on canvas)
8766581 Still Life with Bottles, Wine, and Cheese 1857 (Oil on canvas) by Francis, John F. (1808-86); 50.6x62.4 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

Ship's biscuit, 1784 (wheat)
7340663 Ship's biscuit, 1784 (wheat) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 1x9.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator)

Advertising for cookies:Huntley and Palmers, 19th century (chromo)
JAB5037124 Advertising for cookies:Huntley and Palmers, 19th century (chromo); (add.info.: Advertising for cookies " Huntley and Palmers"": La belle Mariniere)

La Paimpolaise, french song, c.1900 (engraving)
5675102 La Paimpolaise, french song, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Fishermans' woman mourning his husband dead at the sea in Paimpol, Bretagne, France)

Ripe fruit and leaf of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica
5854974 Ripe fruit and leaf of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaf of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica)

French biscuiterie Lefevre-Utile, pavilion at the 1900 Paris Universal Exhibition (Chromolithography)
7426871 French biscuiterie Lefevre-Utile, pavilion at the 1900 Paris Universal Exhibition (Chromolithography); (add.info.: French biscuiterie Lefevre-Utile (Lefevre Utile)

Small fours a the: dry cateaux, biscuits - Plate No. 102 from the Book of Patisserie (Bookairie Hachette 1873)
PCT4286788 Small fours a the: dry cateaux, biscuits - Plate No. 102 from the Book of Patisserie (Bookairie Hachette 1873) by Jules Gouffe, officer of the Jockey Club of Paris

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669771 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Biscuit: A Delightful Journey through Time and Taste" Indulge in the rich history of biscuits as we explore their fascinating origins and iconic advertisements. From the Huntley and Palmers Cocktail biscuit tin lid to the renowned Huntley and Palmers Works at Reading, these delectable treats have left an indelible mark on our taste buds. Transport yourself to Italy with Biscotti di Prato, also known as cantuccini, traditional almond biscuits that have stood the test of time. Their crunchy texture and irresistible flavor make them a beloved treat worldwide. Step into the world of art nouveau with Alphonse Mucha's enchanting lithograph advertisement for Biscuits Lefevre-Utile. The Flirt captures the elegance and allure associated with enjoying a biscuit from this esteemed French brand. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with vintage advertising posters like Jack and Jill Biscuits, evoking feelings of warmth and familiarity. These timeless images remind us of simpler times when a biscuit could bring joy to any occasion. Witness incredible feats of balance as a Greyhound effortlessly balances a biscuit on its nose—a testament to both canine dexterity and our love for these delightful snacks. Discover Gray, Dunn & Co's mouthwatering biscuits from Glasgow—an advert that showcases their commitment to quality craftsmanship in every bite. Travel across Elgin Avenue in West London where countless moments have been shared over cups of tea accompanied by delicious biscuits. This bustling street has witnessed countless conversations filled with laughter, comforted by the presence of these simple yet satisfying treats. Even unexpected encounters can be found within biscuit lore—like an American advertisement for Rat Biscuit Company in 1922 promoting rat poison disguised as biscuits. An eerie reminder that not all things labeled "biscuits" are meant for consumption. Finally, let Carr & Co whisk you away on an unforgettable journey through flavorsome creations that have delighted taste buds for generations.